Prince Harry applauded his grandmother's "belief in young people as a force for positive change," something he's picked up from the monarch and will continue as Commonwealth Youth Ambassador. The Queen took a moment with each award recipient, including three from Canada, as she handed out their honours and shook their hands.

“The issues all of you have chosen to take on are at the core of some of the world's biggest challenges - from tackling stigma around mental health and promoting gender equality, to changing mind-sets and habits in order to conserve our natural world," Prince Harry said during his impassioned speech. "You are all making a huge difference. You are the future leaders who will need to pick up the baton on issues such as climate change, food security, equality and access to education, and improving the lives of the most vulnerable people in our communities.” He then made Meghan blush when he said "together with my wife Meghan" he looks forward to travelling around meeting young leaders on behalf of the Royal Family.

Meghan wore the special cross bracelet that she started wearing after her baptism in March, which she debuted on her visit to Birmingham with Prince Harry. The couple have made no secret of their dedication to the Commonwealth, with Prince Harry recently being named the Queen's Commonwealth Youth Ambassador.

The Duchess of Sussex and Queen Elizabeth II were co-hosts for the evening, having become fast companions on their first solo engagement in Cheshire last week. The duo was seen laughing and chatting animatedly throughout the day and travelled to and from the region on the Royal Train - something no other young royal has ever done!

Radiant Megan was all smiles at the reception, having recently returned from her honeymoon with Prince Harry and made her debut at both Trooping the Colour and Royal Ascot. The newest member of the Royal Family is finding her way quite nicely and has been warmly embraced by 'the firm.'

Prince Harry looked dapper as ever in a navy suit as he entered the ceremony alongside his new wife, Meghan Markle, who was clad in a pale-pink Prada skirt suit with black pumps that featured a bow on the back and a Prada clutch. The Duchess of Sussex, who hosted the event alongside the Queen, wore her hair in loose waves and boasted a bronzed and highlighted glow.

Prince Harry made his leading lady blush during his speech when he referred to her as "my wife Meghan." She could be seen giggling in the audience. The two will embark on a tour of Commonwealth countries Australia, New Zealand, Fiji and the Kingdom of Tonga in October, coinciding with his Invictus Games in Sydney.

David Beckham was among the 200 attendees at the glitzy Buckingham Palace awards ceremony. The former football star, who is an Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE), wore a dapper navy suit for the occasion.

Prince Harry has long been committed to bolstering the efforts of young people, which is why he and his brother Prince William founded the Queen's Young Leaders Awards four years ago. This evening's festivities marked the last round of awards.

Say cheese! The Duke and Duchess of Sussex and Queen Elizabeth II posed with the young leaders in an epic group shot. "You are the hope and optimism that the world needs and we will do everything we can to support you," Harry said of the group during his speech.